Photo by Amy Kaplan/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesTop heavyweights Alexander Volkov and Waldo Cortes-Acosta didnt live up to expectations at the Prudential Center in Newark, with their bout failing to deliver the action fans hoped for.Neither fighter brings the same kind of noise as Josh Hokit, who has built his reputation on sharp words as much as sharp punches.But both are respected for their willingness to mix it up when they step into the cage, which is why many thought this would be a proper scrap at UFC 328.But instead, it was a slower start than expected. Volkov stayed behind his jab while Cortes-Acosta tried to draw him in.Things did pick up a bit in the third round, but by then it felt like it was already too late to save the fight from being labelled as underwhelming.Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLCVolkov edges past Cortes-Acosta in slow-paced battleAlexander Volkov did just enough to get the nod from all three judges, but it was far from a performance that will stay long in the memory.Waldo Cortes-Acosta managed to open up a cut early on, but outside of that moment, there wasnt much for either man to celebrate.Prudential Center wasnt filled with boos, but fans were clearly frustrated by the lack of action. The pair never really found their stride, and when the decision came down for Volkov, frustration spilled over.With the fight behind him, Volkov turned his attention towards a potential bout with Alex Pereira during his post-fight interview. If he wants that opportunity, though, hell need to show far more than he did against Acosta.Read more:Bombshell reveal: Alex Pereira announces jaw-dropping target weight for UFC White HouseConor McGregor destroys Dustin Poiriers UFC 328 take in epic mocking rant See the viral momentYou wont believe what Tatsuro Tairas flyweight title at UFC 328 could do for Japan